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Kalpa Sutra

The Kalpa Sutra is an important Jain religious text that provides detailed rules and practices for monks and nuns, including rituals, ethical conduct, and daily routines. It also contains biographies of key Jain figures, especially Mahavira, the founder of Jainism. Essentially, it serves as a guide to living a spiritual life dedicated to non-violence, truth, and discipline. The Kalpa Sutra is highly revered in Jain tradition and helps maintain the religious and moral framework of the community, ensuring consistency in practice across generations.